Air compressor oil Shrieve ZEROL® AIR 4068 AIR 4000 Series

Shrieve Air 4068 Air Compressor Oil – High-Performance Lubrication Solution for Industrial Air Compressors

In modern manufacturing facilities, industrial air compressors often operate under demanding conditions characterized by high ambient temperatures, heavy duty cycles, and elevated discharge pressures. To preserve fluid film integrity, keep internal components clean, and extend equipment life, selecting the appropriate industrial lubricant is crucial.

Shrieve Air 4068 Air Compressor Oil – an ISO VG 68 viscosity lubricant belonging to the renowned Air 4000 Series air compressor oils by Shrieve Chemical Company – represents an ideal solution for industrial plants seeking to optimize performance and reduce operational downtime.

1. Product Overview: Shrieve Air 4068 Air Compressor Oil

Shrieve Air 4068 is a premium-tier industrial lubricant engineered with high-purity synthetic/hydro-processed base stocks and an advanced additive package. Formulated at the ISO VG 68 viscosity grade, Shrieve Air 4068 is optimized for industrial air compressors working in elevated temperature environments or equipment specifying higher load-carrying fluid viscosity.

Technical Specifications & Key Features:

2. Key Advantages of Shrieve Air 4068

1. Superior Thermal & Oxidation Resistance:

   Part of the Air 4000 Series air compressor oil portfolio, Shrieve Air 4068 prevents fluid oxidation under high thermal stress, controlling carbon sludge and varnish formation. This keeps oil coolers and valves working at peak thermal efficiency.

2. Robust Film Strength (ISO VG 68):

   The ISO VG 68 viscosity level guarantees a thick lubricating film across heavy-duty bearings, gears, and rotor mesh points, reducing mechanical wear and lowering vibration.

3. Fast Water Separation (Demulsibility):

   Humidity inside air compression systems can lead to rust and lubricant degradation. Shrieve Air 4068 sheds water rapidly, ensuring reliable hydrodynamic lubrication and easy condensate draining.

4. Reduced Operating & Maintenance Costs:

   By minimizing mechanical friction and permitting extended drain intervals, Shrieve Air 4068 lowers the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for continuous 24/7 industrial air compressors.

3. Plant Applications & Equipment Compatibility

Shrieve Air 4068 Air Compressor Oil is ideal for a broad range of heavy-duty industrial compression equipment:

• Oil-Injected Rotary Screw Compressors: Ideal for plants operating in warm climates or high-heat environments like steel mills, plastic molding, ceramics, and chemical processing plants.

• Rotary Vane Compressors: Demanding high shear stability to protect sliding vanes against surface wear.

• Heavy-Duty Reciprocating Compressors: Where ISO VG 68 viscosity improves ring sealing and valve cleanliness.

4. System Oil Change & Conversion Protocol

To maximize performance when upgrading your plant to Shrieve Air 4068:

1. Drain Hot: Drain the old fluid while the compressor is warm to ensure sludge and oxidized residue are flushed out.

2. Replace Filters: Replace oil filters, air intake filters, and the air/oil separator element.

3. Fill & Monitor: Fill with fresh Shrieve Air 4068 to the required sight-glass level and monitor operating temperature during initial startup.

ZEROL® AIR 4000 Series compressor oil is formulated for reliable compressor lubrication and protection. It helps provide stable viscosity, oxidation resistance, anti-wear performance, and dependable operation for compressor systems. The product is suitable for applications requiring the corresponding viscosity grade and may be used as a replacement for equivalent compressor oil products.

Deploying Shrieve Air 4068 Air Compressor Oil from the Air 4000 Series air compressor oil line ensures that your industrial air compressors deliver maximum throughput, minimal unplanned maintenance, and optimized energy usage year-round.

Contact TayhoStar today to request technical specifications and get expert lubrication advice tailored to your industrial air compressor fleet!

Test standards: ASTM D445, ASTM D2270, ASTM D92, ASTM D97, ASTM D892, ASTM D130.